Meditation game aims to sharpen aging brains

NCT ID NCT06397469

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing a tablet-based meditation game called MediTrain to see if it can help older adults improve their thinking skills and manage stress. Researchers will enroll 4,000 people aged 60 and older to find the best amount of game play needed for benefits. The game adapts to each person's skill level, making it easier for beginners to practice focused attention.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

MediTrain (tablet-based meditation game)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, at-home way to slow age-related memory loss and reduce stress in older adults.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study testing different 'doses' of the game. The game may not improve thinking more than other activities, and results may vary by individual.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior Cognitive Dysfunction dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • University of California San Francisco

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    San Francisco, California, 94158, United States

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